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Le coq qui mange la pastèque n'aime pas les pets du renard
Philippe Jacq
Painting - 50 x 70 x 5 cm Painting - 19.7 x 27.6 x 2 inch
€2,900
Fidèles faux témoins
Apo Baroudjian
Painting - 51 x 51 x 4 cm Painting - 20.1 x 20.1 x 1.6 inch
€3,000
Tavli backgammon - Vision d'Ayn Goghm
Apo Baroudjian
Painting - 51 x 51 x 4 cm Painting - 20.1 x 20.1 x 1.6 inch
€3,000
Shinarar et Larogh
Apo Baroudjian
Painting - 60 x 80 x 1 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.5 x 0.4 inch
€4,000
Le chant de la sirène
Albena Vatcheva
Painting - 80 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€1,699
Souvenirs de Sofia
Albena Vatcheva
Painting - 80 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€1,999
El Colgado
María José Franco Maldonado
Painting - 27 x 17 x 0.3 cm Painting - 10.6 x 6.7 x 0.1 inch
€358
La sirène / Mermaid
France Courpotin
Painting - 116 x 89 x 2 cm Painting - 45.7 x 35 x 0.8 inch
€3,900
That world I found in a dream
Christa Kronenburg
Painting - 90 x 70 x 2 cm Painting - 35.4 x 27.6 x 0.8 inch
€2,050
Micericorde 1
Marian Williams
Painting - 116 x 89 x 2 cm Painting - 45.7 x 35 x 0.8 inch
€2,650 €1,988
Created To Create Something Beautiful
Elijah Emmanuel Wilson
Painting - 121.92 x 90.17 x 3.175 cm Painting - 48 x 35.5 x 1.3 inch
€15,000
La expulsión del paraíso
Kate Kalashnikov
Painting - 116 x 89 x 4 cm Painting - 45.7 x 35 x 1.6 inch
€3,800
Fight for terrtory
Amarnath Sharma
Painting - 121.92 x 152.4 x 3 cm Painting - 48 x 60 x 1.2 inch
€3,323
All things are matter
Amarnath Sharma
Painting - 152.4 x 121.92 x 1 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 0.4 inch
€3,325
1970 Rêve Astral Dream
Gigi Lilavois
Painting - 40 x 55 x 1 cm Painting - 15.7 x 21.7 x 0.4 inch
€3,950
Pique-Nique à la fraîche
Marie-Aude Molin
Painting - 40 x 50 x 0.25 cm Painting - 15.7 x 19.7 x 0.1 inch
€460
Expectations in the new city
Judith Berry
Painting - 152.4 x 304.8 x 5.1 cm Painting - 60 x 120 x 2 inch
€14,000
Bending roads and targets (triptyque)
Judith Berry
Painting - 33 x 238.8 x 5.1 cm Painting - 13 x 94 x 2 inch
€5,700
Hand to hand diptych
Judith Berry
Painting - 106.7 x 132.1 x 5.1 cm Painting - 42 x 52 x 2 inch
€6,700
The Weight of My Face
Judith Berry
Painting - 106.7 x 152.4 x 5.1 cm Painting - 42 x 60 x 2 inch
€6,000
Clint Eastwood's Grave
Lionel le Jeune
Painting - 30 x 40 x 2 cm Painting - 11.8 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch
€550
Ocean Tails
Kristina Malashchenko
Painting - 70 x 50 x 1 cm Painting - 27.6 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch
€1,500
Beingislove / 313
Christine Zanella
Painting - 25.4 x 25.4 x 0.1 cm Painting - 10 x 10 x 0 inch
€650
Circo teatro el Ojo
Charlotte Seuntjens
Painting - 130 x 90 x 3 cm Painting - 51.2 x 35.4 x 1.2 inch
€5,600
Circo teatro
Charlotte Seuntjens
Painting - 130 x 90 x 3 cm Painting - 51.2 x 35.4 x 1.2 inch
€5,600
Rendez-vous sous l'arbre des divinations
Christophe Ronel
Painting - 114 x 146 cm Painting - 44.9 x 57.5 inch
€9,600
The Woods No. 131
Elizabeth Becker
Painting - 30.5 x 22.9 x 0.3 cm Painting - 12 x 9 x 0.1 inch
€242
Let's Face It... Or Not 1
Marian Williams
Painting - 120 x 120 x 2 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 0.8 inch
€2,950
Red shoes
Marian Williams
Painting - 130 x 97 x 2 cm Painting - 51.2 x 38.2 x 0.8 inch
€2,950 €2,508
Minds that try to control their destiny
George Koutsouris
Painting - 40 x 40 x 3.6 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 1.4 inch
€700
In the Distance a Delightful Island of New Optimism
Eric Johnston
Painting - 51 x 42 cm Painting - 20.1 x 16.5 inch
€5,660
Idiomatic Analysis of Existence
Eric Johnston
Painting - 91 x 76 cm Painting - 35.8 x 29.9 inch
€8,000
Falling into despair, in search of his own self
Susano Correia
Painting - 110 x 83 x 1 cm Painting - 43.3 x 32.7 x 0.4 inch
€47,000
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The effect of propaganda
Mykola Mamchur
Painting - 50 x 70 x 0.5 cm Painting - 19.7 x 27.6 x 0.2 inch
€1,700
Epicycle - série portrait onirique et surréalisme
Samuel Boudaud
Painting - 70 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 27.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
€2,125
Le génie incompris apparaît à nos yeux
Mohamed Lekleti
Fine Art Drawings - 75 x 110 x 3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 29.5 x 43.3 x 1.2 inch
€5,800
Twist, Gradient Ordinal Murmuration
Jake Michael Singer
Sculpture - 100 x 82 x 90 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 32.3 x 35.4 inch
€27,000
Portrait d'un ange
Laurence Chouzenoux
Painting - 23 x 17 x 0.5 cm Painting - 9.1 x 6.7 x 0.2 inch
€1,500
Fantastical painting for Sale
Fantasy painting is a style of art which explores the supernatural, depicting fantastical elements such as legends, ancient myths and divine figures. Mythical creatures are also prevalent in this genre where elves, fairies, dragons and wizards are often depicted alongside deities, angels and demons.
Fantasy painting grew in popularity after the invention of photography replaced the demand for Realism in the 19th century. The 20th century saw the introduction of new idealistic movements such as Expressionism, Cubism, Abstraction and Surrealism, where artists abandoned portraying subjects truthfully and embraced the implausible and supernatural. Although Fantasy Painting can technically be traced back to antiquity, it wasn't until the 20th century that it became an accepted art form. Artists of the Italian Renaissance were equally inspired by mythological characters in Greek and Roman culture. However, religious mythology was a highly sophisticated and incredibly important topic during the Renaissance, and is therefore not an example of fantasy painting.
Contemporary fantasy art has certainly been influenced by a surge in demand for science fiction and whimsical literary plots. This pushed artists to explore the darker corners of fantasy art, employing vampires and werewolves into their artwork. In 1923 the first all-fantasy fiction magazine was created called “Weird Tales", which helped bring fantasy painting onto a contemporary platform. As a result, fantasy painting became a powerful tool in the marketing of fantasy literature and film. Robert E. Howard's comic book hero “Conan the Barbarian" was a prominent feature in Weird Tales magazine. However, when the stories were re-released in 1960 with cover art by notable fantasy painter, Frank Frazetta, over 10 million copies were sold. This success lead to the creation of other fantasy art magazines. French magazine, “Métal Hurlant" (howling metal) was created in 1974. Due to its huge readership and demand, it was translated and republished in the United States as “Heavy Metal" in 1977. The late 70s also saw a boom in computer games and blockbuster films, which only furthered the popularity of fantasy painting. Hugely successful films like Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, The Hobbit and Twilight were paramount in fantasy painting's not only rise to prominence, but also increasing acceptance as an art form.
Despite the skill of artists that produce fantasy paintings, it is still not considered canonical. Since it is not an example of “high art", the genre is generally not exhibited in galleries or taught in art schools, which many claim is due to the popularity of fantasy literature and film. However, as fantasy painting's reputation grows, so does the acceptance for a wider variety of art forms. Therefore, we can't eliminate the possibility that this massively prominent genre won't be considered highbrow one day.
Discover our selection of original paintings by contemporary artists and painters who have been inspired by all things supernatural, mythical and divine.
What inspired the fantastical elements in the painting?
The fantastical elements in the painting were inspired by the artist's imagination and creativity. The use of vibrant colors, surreal imagery, and dreamlike landscapes were intended to evoke a sense of wonder and mystery in the viewer.
How did the artist create such intricate details in the painting?
The artist used a combination of techniques such as layering, blending, and fine brushwork to create the intricate details in the painting. They also paid close attention to light and shadow, color harmony, and composition to bring the artwork to life.
What emotions or messages does the painting convey through its fantastical elements?
The painting conveys a sense of wonder and imagination through its fantastical elements, evoking emotions of awe and curiosity. The use of vibrant colors and intricate details also suggests a message of creativity and individuality.